Dongbu Construction has expanded its competitiveness in the non-residential construction sector by securing a Build-Transfer-Lease (BTL) project for an Army training facility in Jangseong County, South Jeolla Province, commissioned by the Ministry of National Defense.
On June 24, Dongbu Construction announced that it has been selected as the contractor for the "Army General Training Facility (Phase 2) BTL Project". The BTL model involves private entities constructing facilities, transferring ownership to the state, and then operating them while receiving long-term rental payments.
This project aims to improve outdated military training facilities and enhance the living conditions and educational environment for trainees. The site is located in Hakseong-ri, Samsan-myeon, Jangseong County, where Dongbu Construction will build three trainee dormitories (one basement level and four above ground) and a mess hall (one ground level) with a total floor area of 24,602 square meters.
The total project cost is approximately 86.7 billion won, with Dongbu Construction serving as the lead contractor. The construction period is expected to last about 31 months from the start date.
Dongbu Construction emphasized that this contract signifies recognition of its project management capabilities and expertise beyond mere construction. Military training facilities are unique structures that require comprehensive consideration of living convenience, communal living flow, operational efficiency, security, and safety.
The company believes that its proposed design for the efficient operation of the trainee dormitories and mess hall, along with its extensive experience in constructing public and military facilities, contributed to its successful bid.
Recently, Dongbu Construction has been expanding its contracts in the non-residential construction sector, including military, education, and healthcare facilities. It currently holds a backlog of approximately 1.5 trillion won in this sector.
Notable projects include the construction of the Defense Acquisition Program Administration headquarters and the BTL project for the Army Donghwa-cheon officer accommodations, as well as educational and research facilities at Seoul National University, Dongguk University, Jeonbuk National University, and the Institute for Basic Science, and healthcare facilities such as the National Cancer Center and National Fire Hospital.
A representative from Dongbu Construction stated, "This contract reflects recognition of our capabilities in the specialized field of military training facilities. We will ensure quality and safety management to contribute to improving the living environment and educational conditions for trainees."
Additionally, Dongbu Construction announced on June 18 that it has secured a contract for the construction of a new 6.3-kilometer, four-lane expressway from Geumsung-myeon, Jecheon City, to Dongmak-ri as part of the Jecheon-Yongwol Expressway construction project.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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